How many teachers today know the answers for this test???
What it took to get an 8th grade education in 1895....
Remember when grandparents and great-grandparents stated that they only had an 8th grade education? Well, check this out. Could any of us have passed the 8th grade in 1895?
This is the eighth-grade final exam from 1895 in Salina , Kansas , USA . It was taken from the original document on file at the Smokey Valley Genealogical Society and Library in Salina , and reprinted by the Salina Journal.
8th Grade Final Exam: Salina , KS - 1895
Grammar (Time, one hour)
1. Give nine rules for the use of capital letters.
2. Name the parts of speech and define those that have no modifications.
3. Define verse, stanza and paragraph
4.. What are the principal parts of a verb? Give principal parts of 'lie,''play,' and 'run.'
5. Define case; illustrate each case..
6. What is punctuation? Give rules for principal marks of punctuation..
7. - 10. Write a composition of about 150 words and show therein that you understand the practical use of the rules of grammar.
Arithmetic (Time,1 hou r 15 minutes)
1. Name and define the Fundamental Rules of Arithmetic.
2. A wagon box is 2 ft. Deep, 10 feet long, and 3 ft. Wide. How many bushels of wheat will it hold?
3. If a load of wheat weighs 3,942 lbs., what is it worth at 50cts/bushel, deducting 1,050 lbs. For tare?
4. District No 33 has a valuation of $35,000. What is the necessary levy to carry on a school seven months at $50 per month, and have $104 for incidentals?
5. Find the cost of 6,720 lbs. Coal at $6..00 per ton.
6. Find the interest of $512.60 for 8 months and 18 days at 7 percent.
7. What is the cost of 40 boards 12 inches wide and 16 ft.. Long at $20 per metre?
8. Find bank discount on $300 for 90 days (no grace) at 10 percent.
9. What is the cost of a square farm at $15 per acre, the distance of which is 640 rods?
10. Write a Bank Check, a Promissory Note, and a Receipt.
U.S. History (Time, 45 minutes)
1. Give the epochs into which U.S. History is divided
2. Give an account of the discovery of America by Columbus
3. Relate the causes and results of the Revolutionary War.
4. Show the territorial growth of the United States
5. Tell what you can of the history of Kansas
6. Describe three of the most prominent battles of the Rebellion.
7. Who were the following: Morse, Whitney, Fulton , Bell , Lincoln , Penn, and Howe?
8. Name events connected with the following dates: 1607, 1620, 1800, 1849, 1865.
Orthography (Time, one hour)
[Do we even know what this is??]
1. What is meant by the following: alphabet, phonetic, orthography, etymology, syllabication
2. What are elementary sounds? How classified?
3. What are the following, and give examples of each: trigraph, subvocals, diphthong, cognate letters, linguals& nbsp;
4. Give four substitutes for caret 'u.' (HUH?)
5. Give two rules for spelling words with final 'e.' Name two exceptions under each rule.
6.. Give two uses of silent letters in spelling. Illustrate each.
7. Define the following prefixes and use in connection with a word: bi, dis-mis, pre, semi, post, non, inter, mono, sup.
8. Mark diacritically and divide into syllables the following, and name the sign that indicates the sound: card, ball, mercy, sir, odd, cell, rise, blood, fare, last.
9. Use the following correctly in sentences: cite, site, sight, fane, f ain, feign, vane , vain, vein, raze, raise, rays.
10. Write 10 words frequently mispronounced and indicate pronunciation by use of diacritical marks and by syllabication.
Geography (Time, one hour)
1. What is climate? Upon what does climate depend?
2. How do you account for the extremes of climate in Kansas ?
3. Of what use are rivers? Of what use is the ocean?
4. Describe the mountains of North America
5. Name and describe the following: Monrovia , Odessa , Denver , Manitoba , Hecla , Yukon , St. Helena, Juan Fernandez, Aspinwall and Orinoco
6. Name and locate the principal trade centers of the U.S. Name all the republics of Europe and give the capital of each.
7. Why is the Atlantic Coast colder than the Pacific in the same latitude?
8. Describe the process by which the water of the ocean returns to the sources of rivers.
9. Describe the movements of the earth. Give the inclination of the earth.
Notice that the exam took FIVE HOURS to complete.
Gives the saying 'he only had an 8th grade education' a whole new meaning, doesn't it?! Also shows you how poor our education system has become, and... NO, I don't have the answers!
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
"BAD NEWS"
Dear Jacques,
It turns out the so-called bad news is really a golden opportunity for you, my valued reader. Frankly, I need your help. More on this in a minute.
In anticipation for a busy summer season, my staff has been working feverishly to clean up our warehouse space. It's one of those things that was long overdue. They've been trying to get around to it for months now.
Things have been so busy around here nobody had time. I finally had to put my foot down and schedule a major spring clean-up.
Much to our surprise they discovered a cache of products we didn't know were buried in there. Some of my most popular products we thought had long been out of stock suddenly turned up.
Seems an over-zealous supplier shipped out an extra truck load of products.
Products like Seven Qualities of Top Salespeople, Motivating SalesPeople to Top Performance, Getting Rich Your Own Way, and Something for Nothing, just to name a few.
Now don't get me wrong, there is a limited amount of products. Some are more plentiful than others, but they all must be moved out make room for new product coming in.
Here's where I need your help. Everything must be out by June 30th. We've only got 21 days to get the warehouse space in tip-top shape.
As a result I've decided to have a 'Spring Clean-Up Event.' This is an unusual happening around here but it has to be done because we really need the space.
The good news is you can now get your hands on some of my best products at garage sale prices. This is on a first-come-first-served basis only.
The bad news is you've only got less than 21 days or until the product sells through, whichever comes first -- to take advantage of my warehouse stock overage. If you've ever wanted to own a valuable Brian Tracy product...now is your chance.
In all fairness I must tell you this message is going out to over 250,000 readers of my various newsletters.
As you can imagine the chances are slim to none of getting what you want unless you take action now. You know I'm all about taking action to achieve your goals. Consider this an exercise in action-taking.
Learn more about this sales event now.
The economy breakdown isn't anywhere near over, in fact, it may even get worse. There is no better time to get more bang for your buck than during my first ever 'Spring Clean-Up Event.' Consider it a small investment in your future which can lead to a major ROI (return on investment).
You've got everything to gain and nothing to lose here -- unless you hesitate and do nothing -- in which case I can't be responsible for your loss. You know what you have to do to win.
-----
Dear Friends,
The above was just received from Brian Tracy on whose mailing list I am---FYI: I am in no way involved in promoting him or his products and do not stand to earn a penny should you decide to order any of his merchandise.
More importantly, RE: my return on the scene after such a long silence:
This is mainly to let you know that I am alive and well---that I have Not "forgotten" or tuned my back to you!"---that, to stay in frequent touch with you has continued to be one of my top priorities, which is why I feel compelled to bring you up to date as to "why the long silence?".
The fact is: this computer has been playing tricks that even three techie friends of mine (one runs a computer business) could not figure out. So they started forcing me to "get rid of a lot of files, etc." (delete) which they found superfluous. The business owner must have gone wild as, when he returned my "cleaned up" tower, TONS of items of importance (to ME) were gone or inaccessible to this "computer moron" :0(
Not the least of which was my ability to POST to my Blogs!
FINALLY today, a long time Friend stopped by---MADE the time---patiently and effectively FIXED THE PROBLEM! :o)
It Really Feels GREAT to be "Home Again!" LOL---Be back to you SOON!
Jacques
It turns out the so-called bad news is really a golden opportunity for you, my valued reader. Frankly, I need your help. More on this in a minute.
In anticipation for a busy summer season, my staff has been working feverishly to clean up our warehouse space. It's one of those things that was long overdue. They've been trying to get around to it for months now.
Things have been so busy around here nobody had time. I finally had to put my foot down and schedule a major spring clean-up.
Much to our surprise they discovered a cache of products we didn't know were buried in there. Some of my most popular products we thought had long been out of stock suddenly turned up.
Seems an over-zealous supplier shipped out an extra truck load of products.
Products like Seven Qualities of Top Salespeople, Motivating SalesPeople to Top Performance, Getting Rich Your Own Way, and Something for Nothing, just to name a few.
Now don't get me wrong, there is a limited amount of products. Some are more plentiful than others, but they all must be moved out make room for new product coming in.
Here's where I need your help. Everything must be out by June 30th. We've only got 21 days to get the warehouse space in tip-top shape.
As a result I've decided to have a 'Spring Clean-Up Event.' This is an unusual happening around here but it has to be done because we really need the space.
The good news is you can now get your hands on some of my best products at garage sale prices. This is on a first-come-first-served basis only.
The bad news is you've only got less than 21 days or until the product sells through, whichever comes first -- to take advantage of my warehouse stock overage. If you've ever wanted to own a valuable Brian Tracy product...now is your chance.
In all fairness I must tell you this message is going out to over 250,000 readers of my various newsletters.
As you can imagine the chances are slim to none of getting what you want unless you take action now. You know I'm all about taking action to achieve your goals. Consider this an exercise in action-taking.
Learn more about this sales event now.
The economy breakdown isn't anywhere near over, in fact, it may even get worse. There is no better time to get more bang for your buck than during my first ever 'Spring Clean-Up Event.' Consider it a small investment in your future which can lead to a major ROI (return on investment).
You've got everything to gain and nothing to lose here -- unless you hesitate and do nothing -- in which case I can't be responsible for your loss. You know what you have to do to win.
-----
Dear Friends,
The above was just received from Brian Tracy on whose mailing list I am---FYI: I am in no way involved in promoting him or his products and do not stand to earn a penny should you decide to order any of his merchandise.
More importantly, RE: my return on the scene after such a long silence:
This is mainly to let you know that I am alive and well---that I have Not "forgotten" or tuned my back to you!"---that, to stay in frequent touch with you has continued to be one of my top priorities, which is why I feel compelled to bring you up to date as to "why the long silence?".
The fact is: this computer has been playing tricks that even three techie friends of mine (one runs a computer business) could not figure out. So they started forcing me to "get rid of a lot of files, etc." (delete) which they found superfluous. The business owner must have gone wild as, when he returned my "cleaned up" tower, TONS of items of importance (to ME) were gone or inaccessible to this "computer moron" :0(
Not the least of which was my ability to POST to my Blogs!
FINALLY today, a long time Friend stopped by---MADE the time---patiently and effectively FIXED THE PROBLEM! :o)
It Really Feels GREAT to be "Home Again!" LOL---Be back to you SOON!
Jacques
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Doctor-recommended ways to reduce stress
April 9, 2009
Dear Jacques,
With our economy in such a volatile state, it’s no wonder our collective stress levels are through the roof. Anxiety is running rampant—and with good reason. You can’t open the newspaper, or turn on the TV, without hearing bad news.
While we can’t control the stock market, we can limit the impact stress and anxiety have on our health and well-being. Following these steps can help you relax, unwind, and feel better than you have in years.
Move Your Stress Out: Exercise is an extremely powerful stress reducer.
Physical activity works tension out of your muscles, stimulates the creation of mood-boosting endorphins, and helps you sleep better at night. One of the best stress busters is a brisk walk. Even if it’s cold outside, bundle up and hit the pavement—the fresh air and sunshine will do your mood a world of good. I’ve never finished a walk and thought, “I wish I hadn’t done that.” Neither will you.
Tap Into the Anxiety-Relieving Power of GABA:
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA is an amino acid produced naturally in your brain. In addition to functioning as a neurotransmitter, fostering communication between nerve cells, GABA reduces stress by toning down “excitatory” stimuli in the brain. Plus, it boosts dopamine and serotonin levels, which helps create an overall sense of calm.
Drink Green Tea:
Green tea contains abundant amounts of L-theanine, an amino acid known for its relaxing properties. Theanine increases alpha waves in the brain, which produce a state of calm alertness—plus it enhances your body’s natural levels of GABA. So the next time you’re feeling stressed out, put on the kettle and brew a cup of green tea.
Smile:
The very act of smiling registers in the hypothalamus of your brain, where endorphins are produced. When you smile you immediately feel better. So, the next time you’re feeling stressed, bring back a happy memory—and put a smile on your face.
Get Enough Sleep:
We all do a better job of coping with stress and anxiety after a sound night’s sleep—but stress and a racing mind can keep you awake. For a better sleep, turn off the TV and your computer at least an hour before bedtime, and take a warm shower or bath. Dimming the lights also helps by stimulating your body’s natural production of melatonin, the hormone that induces sleep. And drinking warm milk or a cup of chamomile tea can also help you drift off into a relaxing slumber.
Have Fun: Finally, tap into the healing power of good old-fashioned fun! One of the best stress relievers around is to get out and do things you enjoy. It doesn’t have to cost money. Get together at someone’s home to play cards, have a potluck dinner, or start a book club. Check out free events at your local library, or start a mall-walking group. The more you get out, socialize, and enjoy yourself—the better you’ll feel.
So there you have it, six simple steps for relieving anxiety and stress. I hope these recommendations bring you some much-needed relaxation.
To your health,
Julian Whitaker, MD
P.S. Another powerful way to reduce stress is to go on a media diet. Limit the amount of time you spend watching the news, or reading newspapers (unless it’s the comics, of course). A media diet does take discipline, but once you institute it, your stress level will decline dramatically.
Dear Jacques,
With our economy in such a volatile state, it’s no wonder our collective stress levels are through the roof. Anxiety is running rampant—and with good reason. You can’t open the newspaper, or turn on the TV, without hearing bad news.
While we can’t control the stock market, we can limit the impact stress and anxiety have on our health and well-being. Following these steps can help you relax, unwind, and feel better than you have in years.
Move Your Stress Out: Exercise is an extremely powerful stress reducer.
Physical activity works tension out of your muscles, stimulates the creation of mood-boosting endorphins, and helps you sleep better at night. One of the best stress busters is a brisk walk. Even if it’s cold outside, bundle up and hit the pavement—the fresh air and sunshine will do your mood a world of good. I’ve never finished a walk and thought, “I wish I hadn’t done that.” Neither will you.
Tap Into the Anxiety-Relieving Power of GABA:
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA is an amino acid produced naturally in your brain. In addition to functioning as a neurotransmitter, fostering communication between nerve cells, GABA reduces stress by toning down “excitatory” stimuli in the brain. Plus, it boosts dopamine and serotonin levels, which helps create an overall sense of calm.
Drink Green Tea:
Green tea contains abundant amounts of L-theanine, an amino acid known for its relaxing properties. Theanine increases alpha waves in the brain, which produce a state of calm alertness—plus it enhances your body’s natural levels of GABA. So the next time you’re feeling stressed out, put on the kettle and brew a cup of green tea.
Smile:
The very act of smiling registers in the hypothalamus of your brain, where endorphins are produced. When you smile you immediately feel better. So, the next time you’re feeling stressed, bring back a happy memory—and put a smile on your face.
Get Enough Sleep:
We all do a better job of coping with stress and anxiety after a sound night’s sleep—but stress and a racing mind can keep you awake. For a better sleep, turn off the TV and your computer at least an hour before bedtime, and take a warm shower or bath. Dimming the lights also helps by stimulating your body’s natural production of melatonin, the hormone that induces sleep. And drinking warm milk or a cup of chamomile tea can also help you drift off into a relaxing slumber.
Have Fun: Finally, tap into the healing power of good old-fashioned fun! One of the best stress relievers around is to get out and do things you enjoy. It doesn’t have to cost money. Get together at someone’s home to play cards, have a potluck dinner, or start a book club. Check out free events at your local library, or start a mall-walking group. The more you get out, socialize, and enjoy yourself—the better you’ll feel.
So there you have it, six simple steps for relieving anxiety and stress. I hope these recommendations bring you some much-needed relaxation.
To your health,
Julian Whitaker, MD
P.S. Another powerful way to reduce stress is to go on a media diet. Limit the amount of time you spend watching the news, or reading newspapers (unless it’s the comics, of course). A media diet does take discipline, but once you institute it, your stress level will decline dramatically.
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Simple Steps Boost Brain Function; Reduce Alzheimer's Risk
By Rallie McAllister, M.D., M.P.H.
One of the most unsettling realities associated with growing older is the loss of mental sharpness. It's bad enough that you have to wear reading glasses, but constantly forgetting where you left them is even worse.
With age, everyone has occasional lapses in memory. It's not uncommon to misplace your glasses and car keys, or to forget the names of people you rarely see.
Forgetting the names of family members and familiar objects, on the other hand, isn't a normal part of aging. In some cases, increasing forgetfulness may be an indication of Alzheimer's disease, a debilitating condition that can rob people of the ability to remember, reason and learn.
Alzheimer's disease doesn't occur overnight. It is typically preceded by mild cognitive impairment -- a stage between normal age-related changes and dementia that is marked by minor memory loss and bouts of confusion.
While prescription drugs are available to treat the symptoms of Alzheimer's, these medications don't address the underlying causes of the disease. The good news is that by making a few changes in your diet, you may be able to delay or even prevent the onset of mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease.
The results of a recent study published in Archives of Neurology suggest that following the Mediterranean diet can significantly reduce the risk of cognitive impairment. The Mediterranean diet includes high intakes of fish, vegetables and unsaturated fatty acids, along with moderate alcohol consumption and low intakes of dairy products, meat and saturated fats.
In a study conducted at Columbia University Medical Center in New York, researchers analyzed the eating habits and brain function of nearly 1,400 older adults. Over a four-year period, individuals with normal brain function who followed the Mediterranean diet were found to have a 28 percent lower risk of developing mild cognitive impairment compared to those consuming a typical American diet.
Among individuals with mild cognitive impairment at the beginning of the study, those who adhered to the Mediterranean diet had a 48 percent lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease compared to those whose diets were less wholesome.
If you're not ready to completely overhaul your diet, making a few simple changes in your eating habits can have a big impact on brain health and performance. Including more fish in your diet is an excellent place to start.
Weekly consumption of fish has been shown to slow the rate of cognitive decline and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease among older adults. If you're not a fan of finned foods, regular consumption of fish-oil capsules appears to provide similar benefits.
Eating curried foods can boost brainpower and reduce the risk of dementia, thanks to a chemical compound in turmeric, the spice used to flavor curry powders.
In a study of more than a thousand elderly Asian adults, researchers in Singapore found that individuals who ate curried foods often or even occasionally scored significantly higher on tests of cognitive function than those who rarely or never ate the spice. In India, where curry consumption is commonplace, the prevalence of Alzheimer's disease is among the lowest in the world.
Regular consumption of dark chocolate, wine and tea has been shown to enhance brain performance. In a study of more than 2,000 older adults, researchers from Oxford University in England found that those who habitually consumed chocolate, wine or tea scored significantly higher on tests of cognitive performance than those who did not.
Italian researchers recently reported that older adults with mild cognitive impairment who drank one glass of wine daily developed dementia at an 85 percent slower rate compared to those who never imbibed. In addition to drinking wine, moderate coffee consumption appears to offer a number of important perks for the brain.
Researchers at the University of North Dakota reported that a daily jolt of java can enhance brain function and help protect against Alzheimer's disease. Compared to women who didn't drink coffee, female coffee drinkers were nearly 70 percent less likely to have memory decline at age 80 or older.
If you don't enjoy wine, tea or coffee, pomegranate juice may be the ideal brain-boosting beverage for you. Scientists at Loma Linda University in California found that drinking a glass of the juice each day helps slow the development and progression of Alzheimer's disease.
Mild cognitive impairment with aging isn't inevitable, and Alzheimer's disease may be entirely preventable. Making a few simple changes in your diet can help keep your brain healthy and your mind sharp for years to come.
========
Rallie McAllister is a board-certified family physician, speaker and the author of several books, including "Healthy Lunchbox: The Working Mom's Guide to Keeping You and Your Kids Trim." Her Website is www.rallieonhealth.com. To find out more about Rallie McAllister, M.D., and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com.
One of the most unsettling realities associated with growing older is the loss of mental sharpness. It's bad enough that you have to wear reading glasses, but constantly forgetting where you left them is even worse.
With age, everyone has occasional lapses in memory. It's not uncommon to misplace your glasses and car keys, or to forget the names of people you rarely see.
Forgetting the names of family members and familiar objects, on the other hand, isn't a normal part of aging. In some cases, increasing forgetfulness may be an indication of Alzheimer's disease, a debilitating condition that can rob people of the ability to remember, reason and learn.
Alzheimer's disease doesn't occur overnight. It is typically preceded by mild cognitive impairment -- a stage between normal age-related changes and dementia that is marked by minor memory loss and bouts of confusion.
While prescription drugs are available to treat the symptoms of Alzheimer's, these medications don't address the underlying causes of the disease. The good news is that by making a few changes in your diet, you may be able to delay or even prevent the onset of mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease.
The results of a recent study published in Archives of Neurology suggest that following the Mediterranean diet can significantly reduce the risk of cognitive impairment. The Mediterranean diet includes high intakes of fish, vegetables and unsaturated fatty acids, along with moderate alcohol consumption and low intakes of dairy products, meat and saturated fats.
In a study conducted at Columbia University Medical Center in New York, researchers analyzed the eating habits and brain function of nearly 1,400 older adults. Over a four-year period, individuals with normal brain function who followed the Mediterranean diet were found to have a 28 percent lower risk of developing mild cognitive impairment compared to those consuming a typical American diet.
Among individuals with mild cognitive impairment at the beginning of the study, those who adhered to the Mediterranean diet had a 48 percent lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease compared to those whose diets were less wholesome.
If you're not ready to completely overhaul your diet, making a few simple changes in your eating habits can have a big impact on brain health and performance. Including more fish in your diet is an excellent place to start.
Weekly consumption of fish has been shown to slow the rate of cognitive decline and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease among older adults. If you're not a fan of finned foods, regular consumption of fish-oil capsules appears to provide similar benefits.
Eating curried foods can boost brainpower and reduce the risk of dementia, thanks to a chemical compound in turmeric, the spice used to flavor curry powders.
In a study of more than a thousand elderly Asian adults, researchers in Singapore found that individuals who ate curried foods often or even occasionally scored significantly higher on tests of cognitive function than those who rarely or never ate the spice. In India, where curry consumption is commonplace, the prevalence of Alzheimer's disease is among the lowest in the world.
Regular consumption of dark chocolate, wine and tea has been shown to enhance brain performance. In a study of more than 2,000 older adults, researchers from Oxford University in England found that those who habitually consumed chocolate, wine or tea scored significantly higher on tests of cognitive performance than those who did not.
Italian researchers recently reported that older adults with mild cognitive impairment who drank one glass of wine daily developed dementia at an 85 percent slower rate compared to those who never imbibed. In addition to drinking wine, moderate coffee consumption appears to offer a number of important perks for the brain.
Researchers at the University of North Dakota reported that a daily jolt of java can enhance brain function and help protect against Alzheimer's disease. Compared to women who didn't drink coffee, female coffee drinkers were nearly 70 percent less likely to have memory decline at age 80 or older.
If you don't enjoy wine, tea or coffee, pomegranate juice may be the ideal brain-boosting beverage for you. Scientists at Loma Linda University in California found that drinking a glass of the juice each day helps slow the development and progression of Alzheimer's disease.
Mild cognitive impairment with aging isn't inevitable, and Alzheimer's disease may be entirely preventable. Making a few simple changes in your diet can help keep your brain healthy and your mind sharp for years to come.
========
Rallie McAllister is a board-certified family physician, speaker and the author of several books, including "Healthy Lunchbox: The Working Mom's Guide to Keeping You and Your Kids Trim." Her Website is www.rallieonhealth.com. To find out more about Rallie McAllister, M.D., and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
La Vie En Rose (Life In Pink)!
Dear Friends,
Recent events and traumatic upheavals of our way(s) of life have caused massive panic, depression, fears and worries. Many other gloomy reactions to the economic, employment, housing , healthcare, education, security, drugs and terrorist-related violence, natural disasters and more are cumulatively alarming people everywhere.
The following is intended to be my small contribution to help uplift your spirit.
The first thought that crossed my mind in this regard was a song from that delightful film "The King and I" starring the late Deborah Kerr and Yul Brynner. The lyrics are quite appropriate: "Whenever I feel afraid, I whistle a Happy Song...etc....for when I fool the people (around me), I find that I fool myself as well!..."
This reflects a sound psychological premise which is one of several successful ingredients in goal setting: "ACT AS IF..."...and, before you know it, you find yourself actually feeling, behaving, becoming, being and having that which you started out "Acting Like"! LOL---
---just as the scared little Siamese Princess in the song found a powerful way to chase away fears, concerns, worries. Not by going into a state of denial or an escapistic mode reminiscent of the ostriches that stick their head in the sand... hoping that whatever is frightening them may go away while the sand blinds them... not realizing that, in the meantime, their butt is up in the air...exposed and inviting bullies to kick it! LOL
ALWAYS REMEMBER that "FEAR" is but FALSE EVIDENCE APPEARING REAL ! :o)
SO, my friends, CHEER UP!...Turn All your sour lemons into refreshing lemonade...View your half glass of water as half FULL, as though through Rose-color glasses...Not half Empty, as viewed through smoke-color glasses!...and so on!
In French, we say "L'espoir fait vivre!" (Hope make you Live!")...and: "Tant qu'il y a de la vie, il y a de l'espoir!" (so long as there is Life, there is Hope!")
Make this a Happy, Optimistic, Hopeful weekend full of Inner Peace and Faith in the Fact that "And all this, too, shall pass!"---Just hang in there and Never Give Up (Hope)!---LIve La Vie En Rose! :o)
Your Friend,
Jacques
Recent events and traumatic upheavals of our way(s) of life have caused massive panic, depression, fears and worries. Many other gloomy reactions to the economic, employment, housing , healthcare, education, security, drugs and terrorist-related violence, natural disasters and more are cumulatively alarming people everywhere.
The following is intended to be my small contribution to help uplift your spirit.
The first thought that crossed my mind in this regard was a song from that delightful film "The King and I" starring the late Deborah Kerr and Yul Brynner. The lyrics are quite appropriate: "Whenever I feel afraid, I whistle a Happy Song...etc....for when I fool the people (around me), I find that I fool myself as well!..."
This reflects a sound psychological premise which is one of several successful ingredients in goal setting: "ACT AS IF..."...and, before you know it, you find yourself actually feeling, behaving, becoming, being and having that which you started out "Acting Like"! LOL---
---just as the scared little Siamese Princess in the song found a powerful way to chase away fears, concerns, worries. Not by going into a state of denial or an escapistic mode reminiscent of the ostriches that stick their head in the sand... hoping that whatever is frightening them may go away while the sand blinds them... not realizing that, in the meantime, their butt is up in the air...exposed and inviting bullies to kick it! LOL
ALWAYS REMEMBER that "FEAR" is but FALSE EVIDENCE APPEARING REAL ! :o)
SO, my friends, CHEER UP!...Turn All your sour lemons into refreshing lemonade...View your half glass of water as half FULL, as though through Rose-color glasses...Not half Empty, as viewed through smoke-color glasses!...and so on!
In French, we say "L'espoir fait vivre!" (Hope make you Live!")...and: "Tant qu'il y a de la vie, il y a de l'espoir!" (so long as there is Life, there is Hope!")
Make this a Happy, Optimistic, Hopeful weekend full of Inner Peace and Faith in the Fact that "And all this, too, shall pass!"---Just hang in there and Never Give Up (Hope)!---LIve La Vie En Rose! :o)
Your Friend,
Jacques
Friday, March 27, 2009
Traffic Can Bring on a Heart Attack
Learn how to protect yourself on the road
According to a new German study, enduring traffic more than triples the risk of a heart attack in the following hour. The increased risk may be due to air pollution, stress or a combination of factors.
You can reduce some of the perils on the road with these road rage tips. You can protect yourself even more by quitting smoking and eating healthfully.
To your health,
Marie Karns
Newsletter Editor, YourTotalHealth
According to a new German study, enduring traffic more than triples the risk of a heart attack in the following hour. The increased risk may be due to air pollution, stress or a combination of factors.
You can reduce some of the perils on the road with these road rage tips. You can protect yourself even more by quitting smoking and eating healthfully.
To your health,
Marie Karns
Newsletter Editor, YourTotalHealth
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Prayer For Financial Healing
"Adversity is another way to measure the greatness of individuals. I never had a crisis that didn't make me stronger."
-Lou Holtz
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From the deep reaches of my heart and soul,
To the highest love in heaven,
I pray for a healing of my financial situation.
I reach a hand to the abundance of the universe,
And pray that I learn to transform my fear into possibility.
Let me open to all the good that exists in this world.
I lift my head up to the sun
And pray that I am inspired to turn darkness into light.
Let me raise myself up beyond my problems.
I look toward the future and what-could-be
And pray that I can believe in myself and my abilities.
Let me know in my heart that I have great strength.
I honor the place of fear that has gripped me,
But I pray that I do not let it own me.
Let me do what I can to bring peace to my financial situation,
And trust that this too will pass.
- Rev. Laurie Sue Brockway
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Dear Friends,
Regretfully, the shock and daily upheavals of recent events have kept me away for a while---yet, you have have continued to be in my mind and heart!
I shall endeavor to write more often from now on, and pass along to you some most exciting and remunerative opportunities to EARN substantially during these harsh times. As a matter of fact, I shall be using this new domain name on one of my recent websites: www,MakeBigBucksInThisEconomy.com ---more to come soon!
I wish you and yours a healthy, peaceful and comfortable weekend!
Cordially,
Jacques
-Lou Holtz
-----
From the deep reaches of my heart and soul,
To the highest love in heaven,
I pray for a healing of my financial situation.
I reach a hand to the abundance of the universe,
And pray that I learn to transform my fear into possibility.
Let me open to all the good that exists in this world.
I lift my head up to the sun
And pray that I am inspired to turn darkness into light.
Let me raise myself up beyond my problems.
I look toward the future and what-could-be
And pray that I can believe in myself and my abilities.
Let me know in my heart that I have great strength.
I honor the place of fear that has gripped me,
But I pray that I do not let it own me.
Let me do what I can to bring peace to my financial situation,
And trust that this too will pass.
- Rev. Laurie Sue Brockway
---------------
Dear Friends,
Regretfully, the shock and daily upheavals of recent events have kept me away for a while---yet, you have have continued to be in my mind and heart!
I shall endeavor to write more often from now on, and pass along to you some most exciting and remunerative opportunities to EARN substantially during these harsh times. As a matter of fact, I shall be using this new domain name on one of my recent websites: www,MakeBigBucksInThisEconomy.com ---more to come soon!
I wish you and yours a healthy, peaceful and comfortable weekend!
Cordially,
Jacques
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